Health and Safety Officer – Duty Holder Asbestos

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South Derbyshire District Council is investing in its Housing Service to provide quality homes and services for tenants and the residents of South Derbyshire. 

The Council would like to hear from committed, enthusiastic and determined people who can help to develop and improve services that respond to the changing needs of customers and the new regulatory framework. 

The successful candidate will be the lead officer for Housing in the provision of internal health & safety advice, guidance ensuring the effective implementation and continued improvement of the Council’s Health & Safety management framework within the Housing Service. 

You will deliver compliance in relation to asbestos across the Councils Housing stock fulfilling the requirements as the Duty Holder for asbestos and be the responsible person for fire safety working with the Duty Holder for Fire. 

Provide professional advice, guidance and support on health and safety and asbestos matters to managers, employees, elected members, contractors and any other partners working for within Housing or on behalf of the Housing service. You will promote and sustain a positive health and safety culture.

You will ensure the Councils Asbestos Register is maintained and accurate.

Part of this role will involve reviewing risk assessments, method statements and carrying out regular inspections of operatives and contractor’s and recording your findings. 

We are looking for applicants committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and good customer care to ensure our tenants receive an excellent service. 

Once you have read the job description and person specification, should you wish to discuss this role informally, please call Roger Smith – Compliance Manager on 07389 879649.

Provisional Interview Date: 9 June 2025

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.